Assistant Director of Development develops fundraising strategies, manages portfolios, oversees events, and maintains Cougar Club-related platforms.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and experience in related field is required. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. • Hard worker and attention to detail,
•. Experience in event planning preferred but not required
•. Graphic skills preferred but not required
•. Must possess quality interpersonal skills to provide a high level of customer service to the CAF donor base and College of Charleston fans
•. Attendance and oversight of College of Charleston Athletic Events is required
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Attendance and oversight of College of Charleston Athletic Events is a key element of this position.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Plan, organize, and oversee all CAF special events and fundraisers. Serve as liaison with outside vendors, campus constituents, and athletic department staff to ensure quality of events and communication. Assist coaches with the planning of their specific sport fundraisers.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
30
Activity
Assist with executing the fulfillment of all donor benefits at each giving level and as needed assist with sponsorship fulfillment
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
25
Activity
Maintain the organizations website, social media platforms, and community ad space. Design and maintain the weekly CAF email system. Act as the organization’s graphic designer and marketing manager.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
25
Activity
Assist in the execution of game day duties to include hospitality suite management, set up and tear down of donor exclusive spaces, catering acquisition, and other donor benefits.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
Serve as the staff liaison to the CAF Board of Directors.
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